Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Rodericks Leominster Dental Centre

At Rodericks Dental Partners, we believe that outstanding patient care depends on skilled, dedicated dental professionals like you. As a clinically led dental group, we're passionate about creating practices where people feel valued, respected, and excited to develop their careers.

What you'll do

Here, you won't just assist chairside — you'll play a vital role in delivering excellent patient experiences and driving the success of the practice.

This is more than a clinical role — it's a platform for professional fulfillment and personal growth.

Leominster Dental Highlights:

• Quaint town surrounded by scenic countryside
• 4 surgeries computerised using Dentally software
• Convenient transport links: Leominster Train Station and Bus Station nearby
• Long standing cliniancs
• Receptionist with 18 years' experience
• Nurses with 5-10 years' experience
• Services offered: Orthodontics (Spark Aligners), Endodontics (Root Canal Treatments), Implants, Composite Bonding

Your Future with Rodericks Dental Partners:

✅ A Role That Matters – Contribute directly to patient care and practice success while using your expertise every day.

✅ A Supportive Team – Work alongside experienced clinicians and colleagues who value your input and skills.

✅ Professional Growth – Access training, development, and progression opportunities across our network to keep your career moving forward.

✅ Variety Every Day – From preparing surgeries to supporting advanced treatments, no two days are ever quite the same.

✅ Opportunities Across the UK – With over 220 practices nationwide, your career with us can grow wherever life takes you.

What We Offer:

• Extra holiday accrual in line with length of service (LOS)
• An additional personal day each year
• Supportive team environment and structured onboarding
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Uniform provided
• Indemnity Covered
• GDC Paid
• DBS Paid

Skills and Attributes We're Looking For:

• Qualified and GDC-registered Dental Nurse
• Confident and professional communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Comfortable working in a clinical environment, including procedures where you may see blood or surgical treatments
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• A caring, compassionate approach towards patients and colleagues
• A proactive attitude towards learning and professional development

Training

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist dentists during a wide range of clinical procedures
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials
• Uphold high standards of infection control and surgery cleanliness
• Provide reassurance and support to patients throughout their visit
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage administrative tasks
• Promote and advise patients on oral health and dental care products
• Play an important role in creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for patients and the team

The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -

• Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
• Infection Prevention and Control
• First Aid and Medical Emergencies
• Oral and General Health
• Endodontic Treatments
• Prosthetic Treatments
• Radiation and Radiography
• Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
• Health and Safety
• Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
• Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning

Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).

After the apprenticeship

This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4-9)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4-9)

Things to consider

A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.

About the employer

Realise Your Potential in a Caring, Supportive Environment because your smile matters too.

At Rodericks Dental Partners, we believe there's no place more supportive and nurturing as you train to become a qualified dental nurse. As a clinically led dental group, we're passionate about creating practices where people feel valued, respected, and excited about their future. Here, you won't just be learning a new role — you'll be building a meaningful career in healthcare, with the support and encouragement you deserve.

This is more than a training programme — it's a platform for professional fulfillment and personal growth.

Your Future with Rodericks Dental Partners:

✅ A Role That Grows With You – Gain hands-on experience while working towards your Dental Nursing qualification, supported every step of the way.

✅ Supportive Team Environment – Learn alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping you succeed.

✅ Practical Experience – Develop real-world skills in patient care, infection control, chairside support, and more.

✅ Personal Development – Build confidence and knowledge while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

✅ Opportunities Across the UK – With over 220 practices nationwide, your career with us can flourish wherever life takes you.

What You'll Be Doing:

Support dentists during clinical procedures

Prepare, sterilise, and maintain dental instruments and equipment

Help keep treatment areas clean and organised to meet strict hygiene standards

Provide reassurance and support to patients before, during, and after treatment

Maintain accurate patient records

Complete coursework and assessments as part of your dental nursing qualification

Participate fully in training sessions and development activities

Skills and Attributes We're Looking For:

A genuine interest in healthcare and patient care

Friendly, caring, and approachable personality

Comfortable working in a clinical environment, including procedures where you may see blood or surgical treatments

Willingness to learn and take on new challenges

An understanding that you will be on your feet throughout the day!

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Dental nurse (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 4 Months
• Hours: 35 hours a week. Working week: Hours to be determined at interview.
• Start date: 19 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,560 to £23,132.20 a year